Lobhudelei

excessive flattery, sycophantic praise

noun lohp-hoo-de-LYE Rare

Usage Note

Lobhudelei (f) is a pejorative compound for excessive, insincere praise that goes over the top. 'Das ist doch alles Lobhudelei' (That is all just empty flattery). Compare Schmeichelei (flattery), which is less extreme. The -hudel- component suggests slovenly excess.

Examples

"Die Lobhudelei des Redners für den Jubilar wirkte aufgesetzt und wenig glaubwürdig."

Natural Translation

The speaker's excessive flattery of the celebrant seemed forced and lacking in credibility.

Literal Translation

The excessive-flattery of-the speaker for the celebrant seemed forced and little credible.

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